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Heraklion.$199 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Tue, 7 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Brussels S. Charleroi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $199, select.
Heraklion.$207 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and Tuifly.be.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with Tuifly.be departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Brussels International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $207, select.
Heraklion.$207 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and Tuifly.be.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with Tuifly.be departs from Crete Heraklion on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Brussels International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $207, select.
Heraklion.$217 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Tue, 21 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Crete Heraklion on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Brussels S. Charleroi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $217, select.
Heraklion.$261 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair and SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Brussels International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $261, select.
Heraklion.$272 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair and SKY express.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with SKY express, departs from Crete Heraklion on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Brussels S. Charleroi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $272, select.
Heraklion.$273 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and SKY express.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound direct flight with SKY express departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Brussels International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $273, select.
Heraklion.$288 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Brussels S. Charleroi on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Crete Heraklion.Inbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Crete Heraklion on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Brussels S. Charleroi.Price includes taxes and charges.From $288, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Brussels to Crete Heraklion

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Brussels to Crete Heraklion flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from $290
Sep
from $207
Oct
from $217
Nov
from $272
Dec
from $300
Jan
from $300
Feb
from $300
Mar
from $337
Apr
from $372
May
from $340
Jun
from $319
Jul
from $400

Direct flights from Brussels to Crete Heraklion

Brussels to Crete Heraklion: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Brussels to Heraklion below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Crete Heraklion.

Brussels to Heraklion: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$199
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time3 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airlineSKY express
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Brussels to Crete Heraklion: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Brussels to Crete Heraklion is $199. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Brussels to Crete Heraklion.
SKY express, Tuifly.be and Brussels Airlines fly direct from Brussels to Crete Heraklion.
As of August 2025, there are 20 flights per week flying from Brussels to Crete Heraklion.
The cheapest month to fly from Brussels to Crete Heraklion is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Brussels to Crete Heraklion Airport on Tuesday, 30 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Crete Heraklion but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Heraklion is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Crete Heraklion is Ryanair .

Flying from Brussels to Heraklion Airport (HER): What you need to know

  • There are two main airports where your trip can begin in Brussels. Check out your options leaving from Brussels Airport (BRU) or Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) when reserving your flight from Brussels to Heraklion Airport (HER).

  • The average length of a direct Brussels to Heraklion Airport flight is 3 hours 30 minutes.

  • Heraklion Airport is located in Heraklion. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Brussels.

  • With 11 direct flights a week between the two airports, Brussels Airport (BRU) to Heraklion Airport (HER) is the most popular route. Brussels Airlines operates the earliest flight at 5:50am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before taking off, the last departure from BRU to HER is with Sky Express at 8:15pm.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Brussels to HER.

  • With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's a good idea to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.

Airports in Brussels

Brussels Airport (BRU)

  • You can jump on a direct flight from Brussels to Heraklion Airport (HER) out of Brussels Airport (BRU).

  • Well-known carriers that have direct flights from Brussels to Heraklion Airport out of BRU include:

  • Brussels Airlines ranks first in bookings for flights from BRU to HER.

  • Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Brussels to HER departing from Brussels Airport (BRU), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:

    • Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)

  • BRU is around 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near Brussels Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Brussels to Heraklion Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • Of the flights that depart from Brussels Airport, 71.97% arrive on time at their destination.

Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)

  • Prefer to leave from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)? Direct Brussels to Heraklion Airport (HER) flight tickets are available from here.

  • Ryanair offers direct flights from Brussels to HER leaving from CRL. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in one go.

  • Ryanair is the most frequently booked airline flying from CRL to HER.

  • Split up your flight from Brussels to Heraklion Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Brussels S. Charleroi Airport and HER include:

    • Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    • Orio al Serio International Airport (BGY)

    • Sofia Airport (SOF)

  • You can reach CRL from the centre of Brussels in approximately 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.

  • Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Brussels S. Charleroi Airport the day before your Brussels to HER flight:

  • 71.71% of flights leaving Brussels S. Charleroi Airport arrive within the expected time frame.

About Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Brussels to Heraklion Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near HER:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Heraklion Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Car & Go or Right Cars and explore beyond Heraklion's main sights.

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Brussels to Heraklion Airport flight.

Getting from Heraklion Airport (HER) to central Heraklion

  • Central Heraklion is roughly 3 kilometres from Heraklion Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 15 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • Currently, $63 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Brussels to Heraklion Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $199. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Brussels to HER. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • Cheap Brussels to Heraklion Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Brussels to HER is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Brussels to Heraklion Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Brussels to Heraklion Airport (HER)

  • August is when most people book flights from Brussels to Heraklion Airport (HER). Visit Heraklion in February for a more laid-back experience.

  • When booking your Brussels to HER flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Heraklion, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Brussels to Heraklion Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Heraklion

  • Start your Heraklion trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Brussels to Heraklion Airport, browse our range of hotels including:

  • You'll find loads of terrific things to do in Heraklion when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at Minoan Palace of Knossos followed by Heraklion Archaeological Museum and Old Venetian Harbour.

Explore more of Greece

  • Heraklion is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Greece waiting to be discovered. Around 105 kilometres west of Heraklion, a visit to Chania will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Cabana Mare Beach Resort, Love Sunsets and Katholiko Bay.

  • If you're interested in discovering another corner of Greece, head for Kos, roughly 257 kilometres north-east of Heraklion. Christina 3 Island Cruise, Ancient Agora and Castle of the Knight of Saint John are the start of reasons to visit.

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